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Hy-Chi Clerk

Hy-Vee · Madison, WI · Part time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 4, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you worked in a fast-paced food job.

What they are checking: Whether they can keep up and stay calm under pressure.

How would you make customers feel welcome at the counter?

What they are checking: Whether they greet people warmly, which the posting stresses.

How do you help coworkers when the department gets busy?

What they are checking: Whether they work as a team and pitch in where needed.

How would you learn the Hy-Chi menu so you can answer questions?

What they are checking: Whether they take initiative to learn the products.

What would you do

A customer asks if a dish has peanuts or shellfish. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they check ingredients and never guess about allergens.

A customer says their order is wrong. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they fix it quickly and stay friendly.

You notice a product in the case looks old. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they pull it and tell a lead.

About the work

You'd be filling customer orders at the Hy-Chi counter. How do you stay organized when it gets busy?

What they are checking: Whether they have a system for keeping orders straight during a rush.

What food safety habits would you follow with hot and cold food?

What they are checking: Whether they know temperatures, gloves and keeping raw and cooked food apart.

How do you keep the cooler and work area clean and organized?

What they are checking: Whether they clean as they go and know where product belongs.

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The full job description

As published by Hy-Vee.

Additional Considerations (if any): Must be 18+ - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other. Job Description: Job Title: Hy-Chi Department Clerk Department: Hy-Chi FLSA: Hourly Revision Date: 07/2026 About Hy-Vee At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier. The Role and Why It's Important At Hy-Vee, our Hy-Chi department offers customers a unique and delicious experience, and our Hy-Chi Department Clerks are at the heart of making it happen. In this role, you'll fill customer orders, prepare and replenish product, keep the department running smoothly, and deliver the kind of friendly service that makes every customer feel welcome. Whether you're taking an order at the counter, pulling product from the cooler, or keeping the workspace clean and organized, your work makes a real difference every shift. If you enjoy a fast-paced food service environment, take pride in quality, and love working with people, we'd love to have you on our team. What You'll Do No two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect: • Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting every customer with a smile, taking orders at the Hy-Chi counter, and assisting them with their needs throughout the store • Review orders for the day and ensure an adequate food supply is ready and on hand by developing or following a production list • Prepare, finish, and replenish product as necessary and pull product from the cooler or freezer to prepare for cooking • Review the status and appearance of food for freshness and maintain quality standards throughout the shift • Check in product, put product away, and review invoices as needed • Run the department register, receive payment, and make change as applicable • Practice proper sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean, neat, and safe at all times • Remove trash in a timely manner and wash dishes as necessary • Order product and supplies and price product for customers as needed • Answer the phone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who call, including taking customer orders • Follow Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all department and company guidelines • Pitch in with other tasks or special projects as they come up Your Skills You don't need extensive experience for this role; we'll provide the training you need to succeed. To hit the ground running, you'll need to be able to: • Bring commitment to Hy-Vee's mission and a genuine passion for helping customers • Follow written and verbal instructions carefully and with attention to detail • Apply basic math skills including simple addition, subtraction, counting, and recording • Communicate clearly with customers and co-workers and contribute positively to the team • Learn and apply proper sanitation, food safety, and department procedures Reporting Relationships Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, Health Wellness Home; Hy-Chi Department Manager; Assistant Hy-Chi Department Manager; Service Managers Education and Experience • High school diploma or equivalent experience • Up to six months of similar or related experience; we'll provide all the training you need to succeed Physical Requirements • Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas • Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation • Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment • Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards • Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties ​ Working Environment This is a fast-moving role with significant pressure to meet demands throughout your shift. You'll work in the Hy-Chi department and can expect regular exposure to flour, dust, noise, and temperature extremes, as well as occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals and solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment. Are you ready to smile, apply today. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.